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RL52 VMK

2002 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

164,142 mi
Last recorded164,142 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 VMK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 164,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside chassis covered heavily with sealant

Pass 11 Mar 2016 161,688 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

offside front inner sill covered with filler

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2016 161,686 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2015 150,722 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 150,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 135,170 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 120,369 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 120,358 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 100,368 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 78,068 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 71,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 63,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2007 51,356 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 38,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

unable to fully inspect both rear seat belts due to seat positions

How Reliable is the Ford Galaxy?

Based on 2,683,070 MOT tests across 199,482 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
8,332
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
199,482
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102,272
position lamp(s) not working 77,739
Brake pipe excessively corroded 70,441
Stop lamp not working 68,929
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 56,531
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RL52 VMK is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Galaxy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 102,272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL52 VMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Galaxy typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RL52 VMK registered?

RL52 VMK is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 September 2002.

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